Much like everything involving me and this organization, it started with a somewhat sketchy email from Andre. Tyler from HOTT, a local band of badasses, wanted to get the word out about an event. Being the person that I am, I will never stop anyone who wants to advertise an event called Old Thrashers IV. [...]

This weekend, despite offering some great musical acts coming to Iowa City, can’t be ignored for one major reason: the World Cup kicks off this weekend in South Africa, marking the beginning of arguably the most important global sporting event (maybe rivaled only by the Olympics). This means that much of the globe is going [...]

It is that time of year again: NBA Finals time. For me, it’s one of the more exciting sporting events of the year, and even more so this year with the Celtics and Lakers meeting for yet another hate-filled best-of 7 battle. So you’ll have to excuse me if you find me posted up more [...]

So, this time of year is just about the best in Iowa City, and if you haven’t figured it out yet, this weekend is going to be not only a long weekend but it’s also looking beautiful. We’ve got an extended version of this revived edition of our weekend column, so get out there and [...]

Late edition! But there’s still plenty of time to check out awesome shows. Go forth and party! Thursday polarOPPOSITEbear, Living Ghost, Nerv / White Lightning / whenever / Donations Don’t know much about the other bands, but a chance to catch Dan Davis as the one-man wrecking crew Living Ghost is not one to be [...]

You recovered from last weekend? Yeah, me neither. Over here I think we’re all a little exhausted still, and maybe feeling a little relief that the main event is over and done with. I don’t blame anyone for laying kinda low this week. But a new weekend is upon us already, and the scene in [...]

Just because we’re planning a festival which begins on Monday the 29th, doesn’t mean the  relatively small market that is Iowa City holds it’s breath in anticipation. In fact, it appears the contrary is true. If one solid week of readings, live music, and talks isn’t enough for you, get started a few days early. [...]

I don’t know where February went, but it seems to have taken the shitty weather with it when it left. It’s March and quite wonderful out, which can only mean that I’ve been doing some outdoor running this week (gotta think about that beach bod, ya know?). It also means that we can sense the [...]

Still awaiting official word on the saga of the Picador. What we know so far is this: the Picador has been sold, will undergo a management change, and revert to the name Gabe’s. According to Facebook, the Pic closes tonight with a bang, one last massive early metal/hardcore show and then a final Physical Challenge [...]

There are those that would detract from the NBA, saying that the regular season is pointless to watch and that the playoffs are all that matters. It is especially funny when baseball fans (I am a baseball fan, too) say this, as an aside. But for those who watch the NBA, today is a particularly [...]